2003 BMW 325 vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | BMW | AC |
| Model | 325 | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
